June 22, 2018, 10:34 am | Read time: 2 minutes
Dessert strictly forbidden? Not this one. Known as Blåbärssoppa in Sweden, blueberry soup is an extra-healthy dessert made solely from fruit and a touch of sugar.
Small but mighty, the main ingredient blueberries (also called bilberries by many) are packed with vitamins C and E. Both are antioxidants that capture free radicals and strengthen the immune system. Because they protect cells, antioxidants are also said to prevent premature wrinkle formation. Additionally, those who snack on plenty of blueberries can counteract inflammatory reactions in the body thanks to the anthocyanins they contain. As you can see, there’s absolutely no reason to feel guilty about this dessert!
Also interesting: Can blueberries help eat away inflammation?
Rich in Antioxidants That Protect Cells
Swedes enjoy their blueberry soup often as a cold dessert. You can also pour it over breakfast cereal as you please. And if the dessert can be a bit more indulgent, they serve the soup with semolina dumplings and a bit of cinnamon. We find the purist, fresh version the tastiest. Here’s the recipe:
For 4 Servings of Swedish Blåbärssoppa You Need
• 350 grams of blueberries
• 1 small apple
• A pinch of salt
• 750 ml of water
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons of sugar
• 1/2 tablespoon of cornstarch
Here’s How
Wash the blueberries thoroughly. Wash the apple as well, dice it into small cubes, and place the fruit together in a pot. Add the water, lemon juice, and cinnamon stick, and bring it to a boil. Now, please turn down the heat and let the contents simmer gently, stirring regularly. Dissolve the cornstarch in cold water, one tablespoon is enough! – and gradually add it to the soup to thicken slightly. Slowly remove the pot from the stove, but please continue stirring a bit. Let it cool, strain through a sieve if needed – and enjoy!
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Preparation time: about 15 minutes (then let it cool briefly)
Nutritional Values Per Person
22 grams of carbohydrates, 0.6 grams of protein, 0.6 grams of fat, and just a lean 100 calories – so less than, for example, a fresh mango. So another compelling reason to get your vitamins by the spoonful. Yum!
